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Does waiting for God to move leave your prayer life feeling stuck?
Join Rachel in this week’s “Questions from Hard Spaces” as she explores the challenging question: How do I keep praying when it feels like nothing is changing? Discover hope and encouragement through powerful insights from the story of Abraham and Sarah.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why persistence in prayer is about trust, not results. How waiting can shape patience, faith, and endurance. The powerful truth that circumstances have zero effect on God’s character. What it means to trust God’s promises even when the wait feels long.In the Pray More/Worry Less Encouragement segment, Rachel unpacks a foundational principle: God’s character never changes, even when life feels impossible.
Finally, don’t miss this week’s Answered Prayer Story — a moving testimony of God’s faithfulness that proves He still hears and answers prayers, even in life’s darkest storms.
If your prayers feel stuck, let this episode remind you of the God who keeps His promises and works in ways you may not yet see.
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Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available! If you’ve ever felt uncertain about God’s promises or questioned if your prayers make a difference, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters like Abraham and Sarah, who waited on God and saw Him move in powerful ways.
Order today and discover how God’s faithfulness never fails even in the waiting. Go to https://desperateprayers.com—available wherever books are sold.
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When grief feels overwhelming, God’s Word provides comfort and hope. In this episode, I'm sharing 75 Bible verses that have brought her peace amid sorrow and loss. These scriptures remind us of God’s promises when life feels heavy, your heart aches, or you long for hope to rise again.
Find Comfort in God’s Word: Discover how scripture provides peace and reassurance during sorrow and loss. Experience Renewed Hope: Be reminded that God’s promises offer light and strength, even in your darkest moments. Learn Practical Encouragement: Explore curated verses for specific emotions like heartache, exhaustion, or despair. Build a Lifeline of Scriptures: Equip yourself with 75 Bible verses to turn to whenever grief feels overwhelming.RESOURCES
If you want more guidance on deepening your prayer life in tough times, I invite you to check out my new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments. You'll find real-life stories, prayers, and practical ways to connect with God when you need Him most. Get it here.
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Do you ever feel like God is silent despite your prayers? In this episode of Untangling Prayer, Rachel Wojo tackles the tough question, "What if I feel like I've done everything right in prayer, but God still seems silent?"
Through Scripture, personal insights, and practical guidance, she encourages trust and perseverance in navigating these quiet seasons.
You'll gain:
Biblical encouragement is provided by examples of faith in the face of silence, including Job and David. Practical steps to pause, pray, and pivot using Rachel’s Prayer Direction Guide. Insightful truths about God’s higher ways are found in Isaiah 55:8-9 and the purpose of waiting in faith. Inspiration from Rachel’s personal story of an answered prayer that demonstrates God’s creativity and faithfulness.Join Rachel for an episode that will inspire you to keep praying, even in silence, and trust that God works in ways beyond what you can imagine.
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If you want more guidance on deepening your prayer life in tough times, I invite you to check out my new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments. You'll find real-life stories, prayers, and practical ways to connect with God when you need Him most. Get it here.
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Have you ever struggled to give thanks to God when life feels overwhelming or circumstances are hard? In this episode, Rachel Wojo dives into what it means to offer a sacrifice of praise—choosing gratitude and trust in the midst of difficulty. Using powerful biblical truths and personal stories, she unpacks how we can honor God even when our hearts feel heavy.
Listeners will gain:
Practical steps for offering a sacrifice of praise, including starting small, leaning on Jesus, and remembering God’s faithfulness. Encouragement to give thanks in prayer even when it feels impossible, with insights from Hebrews 13:15. New perspective on how to trust God’s creative answers to prayer, inspired by the story of Joshua and Isaiah 55:8-9. Inspiration from Rachel’s personal story of God answering her family’s specific prayer for their first home.Join Rachel for this soul-lifting episode to learn how to deepen your prayer life, trust God’s creativity, and live with a heart of gratitude—even in hard seasons.
If you want more guidance on deepening your prayer life in tough times, I invite you to check out my new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments. You'll find real-life stories, prayers, and practical ways to connect with God when you need Him most. You can learn more at desperateprayers.com.
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Have you ever felt like your prayers were too weak or too small to matter? In this episode, Rachel shares the story of Hannah, a woman in the Bible whose quiet, tearful prayers became the foundation of her greatest strength. Discover how God works powerfully through our moments of weakness and silence, turning even the smallest prayer into a bridge to His heart. If you’re struggling with God’s silence or wondering if your prayers make a difference, this episode will encourage you to press on and trust Him more deeply.
Learn how to keep praying when God feels silent or distant. Find encouragement in knowing that God hears even your quietest, weakest prayers. Discover how surrender in prayer opens the door to God’s strength. Be inspired by Hannah’s story to trust God’s timing and His faithfulness in your life.RESOURCES
If you enjoyed this podcast episode, you'll love Rachel's book,
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
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Rachel Wojo welcomes Rebecca Scott, The Encourager, a multi-talented entrepreneur and creator, to share her journey of balancing family life, business, and a deeply rooted sense of joy. Rebecca reveals the power of simplicity, showing us how intentional systems and small, manageable steps can free us from stress and empower our lives with purpose. Through practical wisdom and a deep reliance on prayer, she inspires listeners to find joy in both big goals and small tasks. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or personal aspirations, this episode will equip you with tools to simplify and thrive.
Discover practical systems to simplify daily tasks and reduce stress. Learn the "1% Effort" approach to progress toward big goals consistently. Gain insights into integrating prayer into daily routines for spiritual renewal. Find encouragement in embracing roles and responsibilities with confidence and joy.Stay in the Know:
Get direct links to new episodes, free resources and more. Join Rebekah's newsletter.Connect with Rebekah and Get 2 free simple hacks to her systems
Get Rachel's Newly Release Audiobook
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
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In this episode of Untangling Prayer, Rachel dives into the struggles of staying focused in prayer and trusting God when we need fresh guidance.
Rachel explores what it means to keep bringing our distractions to God, even when our minds wander, and how to lean on Him for clarity when the path ahead feels uncertain. Through the story of Eliezer, Abraham’s servant, Rachel highlights the power of prayer in finding direction and trusting God’s timing.
Get practical tips on how to stay focused in prayer and gently bring your attention back to God. Understand how to trust God’s guidance when you’re unsure of the next steps, inspired by the story of Eliezer. Learn to lean on God in times of uncertainty, knowing He meets us in our distractions and faithfully directs our path forward.RESOURCES
BIG NEWS: Desperate Prayers Audiobook has been released! You'll find it wherever you buy books.
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
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In today’s episode of the Untangling Prayer podcast, we explore a powerful moment in Elijah's life. On the mountain, he encountered God incredibly.
Discover how God wasn’t in the chaos of wind, earthquake, or fire—but in a gentle whisper. Explore what it means to find God’s presence in stillness, especially during overwhelming times. Gain insights on tuning into God’s quiet voice amid life’s noise. Receive encouragement to find peace, assurance, and the comfort of God’s constant presence.BIG NEWS: The audiobook version of Rachel's new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments, is AVAILABLE for preorder NOW. Get your copy HERE.
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Why doesn't anxiety stop right away when I pray? Would someone sign me up for the fast track to healing? If you've pondered these questions, then don't miss this week's episode!
Gain reassurance that lingering anxiety after prayer is normal and an invitation to continually turn to God. Discover how true healing can come from serving others, even in the midst of personal pain and grief. Be encouraged to trust in God’s promises of healing and protection, knowing His presence is near, especially in dark times. Find inspiration through a personal story of God’s faithful provision in practical, everyday needs.RESOURCES
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available! If you've ever felt uncertain about God's promises or questioned if your prayers make a difference, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters like Abraham and Sarah, who waited on God and saw Him move in powerful ways.
Order today and discover how God's healing presence is available to us. Go to https://desperateprayers.com—available wherever you buy books.
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Are you tempted to doubt God's faithfulness when life doesn’t seem like it lines up with His Word? Do you ever feel like God's promises are taking too long? If so, this episode is for you!
In this episode of the Untangling Prayer podcast, Rachel dives into the struggle of trusting God’s faithfulness when life doesn’t align with His promises. Through stories from the Bible and real-life testimonies, Rachel offers encouragement for those in seasons of waiting. Tune in to find hope and strength as you journey through your own season of trust.
Discover lessons from Abraham and Sarah’s story of waiting on God’s timing. Be reminded of God’s steadfast nature, even when circumstances feel uncertain. Gain encouragement on placing trust in God’s unchanging character over what’s seen. Hear a listener’s powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness during a season of doubt and waiting.RESOURCES
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available! If you've ever felt uncertain about God's promises or questioned if your prayers make a difference, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters like Abraham and Sarah, who waited on God and saw Him move in powerful ways.
Order today and discover how God’s faithfulness never fails even in the waiting. Go to https://desperateprayers.com—available wherever books are sold.
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In this special episode, I’m excited to share an exclusive reading of Chapter One from my new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments. Whether you’re navigating personal storms or seeking a deeper connection with God, this chapter offers a raw and powerful look at trusting Him through life’s toughest battles.
Here’s what you can expect:
Raw & Honest: Real stories of struggle, faith, and the power of prayer in the hardest times of life. Powerful Moments: How even the shortest, simplest prayers can bring God’s biggest breakthroughs. A Faith-filled Start: A glimpse into the hope and healing that’s woven throughout Desperate Prayers. Exclusive Preview: Be the first to hear Chapter One before the official audiobook release!Tune in, and let this chapter remind you that even the smallest prayers hold great power.
RESOURCES
How to Be A Prayer Warrior for Your Family in Dark Times
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
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In this wilderness season, you might ask, "How do I even pray when I don't know what to say?"
Join Mary Marantz as she interviews Rachel Wojo, on her journey through deep sorrow, grief, and the unshakable hope she's found in desperate prayers. From losing her mother to leukemia, discovering her husband’s affair, and facing my daughter’s diagnosis of a rare, incurable disorder, her story is one of redemption, struggle, and faith.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
The vital difference between faith and logic and why it’s crucial to moving forward How desperation can pull you closer to God rather than push you away Spiritual Separation Anxiety and Its Biggest Trigger in 2024 Miracles in my life—even when they didn’t start out looking like one Why God’s glory and what works for our good are not mutually exclusiveIf you’re in a long wilderness season, you'll find faith, hope, and fresh prayer ideas.
Pre-order Desperate Prayers
For more resources, visit: Work with Rachel
Learn more about Mary Marantz here: Work with Mary
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BONUS Episode
Grace Story Ministries Podcast Host Nate Davison interviews Rachel Wojo and asks some of the hard questions, like:
Why do you write about prayer? How do you "drop prayer perfectionism?" What are the practical ways you can learn to hear from God?Rachel answers these questions and MORE! You won't want to miss this episode!
Follow the Grace Story Podcast (Apple or Spotify) for more God stories like Rachel's.
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Do you ever wonder if praying is even worth it? What power could our mere words have with the God of the universe? If you've pondered these questions, this episode is for you!
Segment 1: Hot Questions from Hard Spaces:
Is it okay to pray for personal desires or is that selfish?
Segment 2: Pray More/ Worry Less Encouragement.
In the weekly segment, Pray More/Worry Less, Rachel explains how our weakest prayerful pleas are often the beginning of our strongest moments with God.
Segment 3: Answered Prayer Stories
In the Answered Prayer Stories segment, Rachel shares the testimony of Patti Schultz and her story of infertiliy.
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I’m thrilled to share that my new book Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available for preorder! If you’ve ever found yourself at the end of your rope, not knowing what to pray, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters who prayed in their weakest moments and saw God move in powerful ways. Preorder today and discover how even the simplest prayers can usher in extraordinary strength. Go to https://desperateprayers.com; available wherever books are sold and releasing October 8, 2024.
Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
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Do you struggle to continue praying because you can't see how God is working?
This week's Hot Questions from Hard Spaces:
How do I keep praying when I'm tired of waiting?
And in the weekly segment, Pray More/Worry Less, Rachel dives into the prayer principle of how God prepares the way even before you pray.
In the Answered Prayer Stories segment, Rachel shares the testimony of her church small group member, Penny.
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"What do you do when your heart is so broken and burdened that you can't even find the words to pray? Rachel Wojo has been there and come out on the other side. With the tenderness of a compassionate friend and the tenaciousness of a fighting warrior, Rachel shares personal stories of hope and gives practical and powerful action steps to move you from desperate to expectant. I love this book!"
Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments Free printable: 10 Bible Verse Cards to Help You Remember God Answers Prayer
—Sharon Jaynes, bestselling authorDiscover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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Does waiting for God to change your circumstances frustrate your prayer life?
Join Rachel in this week’s “Hot Questions from Hard Spaces” as she tackles the challenging question: How can I pray when I can't find the words? Enjoy 4 practical tips to help you through!
In segment 2, Rachel unpacks the prayer principle that God always keeps his promises. Is God a cosmic vending machine? Find out in this week’s Pray More/Worry Less Encouragement.
For this week’s segment of Answered Prayer Stories, Rachel shares encouragement from her friend and neighbor, Barb, and her story of how God upheld her and her husband during a major life transition.
RESOURCES
"What do you do when your heart is so broken and burdened that you can't even find the words to pray? Rachel Wojo has been there and come out on the other side. With the tenderness of a compassionate friend and the tenaciousness of a fighting warrior, Rachel shares personal stories of hope and gives practical and powerful action steps to move you from desperate to expectant. I love this book!"
Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments Free printable: 10 Bible Verse Cards to Help You Remember God Answers Prayer Free printable: When You Can't Pray Prayer Guide
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Enjoy this BONUS episode of Untangling Prayer as Bob Crittenden, Faith Radio Host of the Meeting House, asks Rachel Wojo the hard questions about her new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Lfe's Darkest Moments.
Get the scoop on the prayer desperados of the Bible and what we can learn from them in our day and age.
Preorder your copy of Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments and get the first three chapters via digital download right away plus more bonuses!
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Have you ever struggled to keep your faith strong when surrounded by doubt?
Join Rachel in this week’s “Hot Questions from Hard Spaces” as she tackles the challenging question: How can I maintain faith in prayer when I'm surrounded by doubt?
In segment 2, Rachel uncovers the reassuring truth that circumstances have zero effect on God’s character in this week’s Pray More/Worry Less Encouragement.
And in this week’s segment of Answered Prayer Stories, Rachel shares an inspiring story from her friend Jessica. You won’t want to miss this amazing answered prayer story!
RESOURCES
"This is not another book of Christian platitudes on how to make it through difficulty or despair; these are the tender words of a friend, holding out her hand to help hold you up." - Erica Wiggenhorn, International Speaker and Author
Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments Free printable: 10 Bible Verse Cards to Help You Remember God Answers PrayerDiscover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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Are you struggling to find hope in the midst of life's toughest challenges? Do you ever feel weighed down by burdens that seem too heavy to carry alone?
In this episode of the Untangling Life podcast, host Rachel Wojo sits down with her longtime friend, Julie Sunne, to discuss how embracing God's character can bring strength and hope in overwhelming circumstances. Julie shares her journey of navigating life's difficulties, emphasizing the importance of remembering who God is and trusting Him to carry you through your deepest struggles.
Together, Rachel and Julie explore:
The emotional and physical toll of life's challenges The power of focusing on God's unchanging character How to find hope and encouragement by remembering God's faithfulnessThis episode offers a heartfelt conversation that will resonate with anyone facing difficult times.
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You’ll also discover Julie’s devotional book, Sometimes I Forget: 60 Reminders of Hope for Your Hard Days, as a source of comfort and a reminder of the profound peace found in trusting God.
SometimesIForget.com
JulieSunne.com
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Have you ever craved more clarity in your prayer life?
Join Rachel in this week's "Hot Questions from Hard Spaces" as she tackles the challenging question: How do I keep praying when I'm tired of waiting?
In segment 2, Rachel reveals the secret to finding peace amidst mental chaos in this week's Pray More/Worry Less Encouragement.
And in this week's segment of Answered Prayer Stories, Rachel shares an incredible story from her friend Danette. You won't want to miss how God showed up in her life!
RESOURCES
Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments Free printable: 10 Bible Verse Cards to Help You Remember God Answers PrayerDiscover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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